HCPSS Kickoff to Build On School/Family/Community Relationships, Aug. 16, 2025

July 3rd, 2025

The Howard County Public School System (HCPSS) will host a Family Academy Kickoff on Saturday, Aug. 16 from 9 a.m.-noon at Guilford Park High School, 8500 Ridgelys Run Road, Jessup.

The districtwide event open to all HCPSS families will feature a variety of family-focused workshops, access to community and school-based resources, student activities, and support services, including child care and language access.

Attendees will have the opportunity to:

• Attend an informative session with HCPSS Superintendent Bill Barnes
• Visit resource tables hosted by local organizations and HCPSS departments
• Learn about programs and services available throughout the school year

“Our goal is to create a space where every family feels connected, informed, and empowered,” said Dr. Shereé M. Tilley-Whitaker, coordinator of the HCPSS Office of Student Access & Achievement. “This event reflects our district’s commitment to fostering meaningful relationships with families and ensuring all students have the support they need to thrive.”

Registration is encouraged via online form.

For more information about the event or to get involved, contact Dr. Shereé Tilley-Whitaker at sheree_tilley-whitaker@hcpss.org or 410-313-6804.